The destination is where the photo is taken.
The story is in the journey.
Welcome to Stories Along the Way.
I’m glad you stopped by.
This is a place for stories gathered from trails, gardens, airports, kitchens, writing desks, and the ordinary moments in between. Some begin with a marathon, a hike, or a journey to another country. Others begin with something as simple as a conversation, a flower blooming, or a cup of tea.
I don’t write because I’ve figured life out. I write because paying attention has taught me that even ordinary moments often carry stories worth remembering.
So whether you’re here for a few minutes or decide to stay a little longer, I hope you’ll find something that makes you smile, pause, or see your own journey in a new light.
Latest Stories
I Planted a Bush Lemon Tree. I Got Butterflies.
Someone once gave me a bush lemon, and after tasting it, I was hooked.
What began as a search for that distinctive flavour eventually brought caterpillars—and then something I hadn’t expected—to my balcony.
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The People Along the Way
Some of my favourite travel memories weren’t landmarks at all, but the people I met along the way — different cultures, faiths and nationalities, connected for a moment by curiosity and a smile.
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London to Paris — Limping in Style
I left London with bruised toes, wonderful memories of a very generous friend, photos with a few of my “favourite people” — including Shrek — and one final surprise: an unexpected upgrade to business class. 😁
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London in the rain…
London gave me 4-degree weather, rain and a few fleeting snowflakes. But it also gave me Tower Bridge glowing over the Thames—and a very generous friend who made sure I experienced as much of the city as we could.
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Amal Clooney Shouldn’t Be Jealous
Some travel encounters require no explanation. Amal Clooney can relax—he’s not my type. 😂
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Day 2: Amsterdam — Getting Lost, Asking Around and Trusting Siri
I arrived in Amsterdam armed with a poor sense of direction and far too much faith in Siri. Between the wrong tram stop, the wrong Anne Frank meeting point and several very kind strangers, getting lost became part of the adventure.
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Zurich — Welcome to Europe
I arrived in Zurich determined to travel sensibly. Within hours, I had already blown part of the budget on public toilets. Welcome to Europe. 😂
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